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Commercial Analyst An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and growing organisation based in the outskirts of Reading. We are looking for a driven and ambitious Analyst with around 2+ years' experience who is eager to develop their career in a commercially focused environment. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who has gained at least 2 + years analyst experience and is now ready to take the next step into a role that offers real exposure to business strategy, financial modelling, and project decision-making. What you'll be doing: Building and maintaining Excel-based financial models to support business growth and contract changes Performing scenario analysis to evaluate financial risks and opportunities Supporting investment appraisal activities using metrics such as NPV, IRR, and ROI Collaborating with multiple departments to gather insights and improve model accuracy Assisting with financial reporting for long-term contracts Supporting bid pricing and commercial decision-making Reviewing performance of new and existing contracts to drive profitability Ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data, identifying and resolving discrepancies Experience needed Around 2+ years' experience in a analytical or finance role Strong Excel skills (formulas, modelling, data manipulation) An interest in commercial finance and business strategy Understanding of key financial concepts (e.g., discounted cash flow, IRR, NPV) A numerical, analytical, and inquisitive mindset Strong communication skills - able to present complex data clearly Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension scheme Private healthcare Employee assistance programme Electric car scheme Clear career progression and development opportunities

Our client, well established in the manufacturing industry, are looking for a Pricing Analyst to support the Pricing Strategy Project within the business. You will be involved in the ongoing monitoring and management of pricing to help achieve the strategic business objectives, optimize prices, increase sales and improve margins. Key duties will include: To review, analyse and produce accurate reporting of pricing trends by Product Type, Region and Customer. To review core business pricing requirements for pro-active customer proposals. To help drive and support the implementation of the new Pricing Strategy as a key member of the Project Team. To facilitate and manage review meetings with Sales Teams, presenting pricing reports, key findings and recommendations. To monitor sales price increases compared to recommendations where improvements need to be made, or erosion has been seen and compile margin analysis reports by product and country. To develop detailed sale price erosion reports comparing actual v PY and Budgets by country/ Customer/ Product and consolidated views. To develop sales bridges by product sector. To implement, review and drive improvements of Floor and Target Pricing levels within the CRM system; providing ongoing maintenance. To evaluate Project Opportunities, reviewing true margin and appropriate pricing levels to consider if it is deemed an acceptable opportunity. To investigate and provide recommendations on development of tools to improve price monitoring & reporting To assist with the maintenance of Price List management within business ERP System (BaaN) and CRM quotation system; identifying updates and improvements. To develop Sales analysis for budget preparation comparing actual to proposed new budget. To monitor the price of copper and FX and update the CRM and price/ cost models as appropriate. To be suitable for this challenging and rewarding role you will have the following key skills and experience: Degree in Finance/ Economics or Business. Operating in a fast-paced environment to challenging deadlines. Experience of successful pricing for UK and internationally based customers Background in Manufacturing preferred but not essential Track record of analysing large amounts of data, identifying key trends/ points Experience in presenting and reporting on data analysis, focusing on key issues Excellent analytical, questioning, reasoning and decision-making skills, coupled with a strong appreciation for the business impact of decisions made. Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent organisational and planning skills. Advanced Excel skills including financial modelling; Power BI and Power Query for report building and analysis; PowerPoint is also a key skill required. Can demonstrate the ability to prioritise, multitask whilst retaining attention to detail and accuracy. Please note that a recent graduate with light experience may be considered. You will receive a competitive salary + excellent benefits , training and development. The hours are Mon-Frid 830-5pm and typically office based but with the option of working 1 day from home once fully trained. Please send CV and application ASAP for consideration. INDPERM

Pricing Analyst job based near Coulsdon paying up to £45,000 plus benefits Your new company You will be working for a market leader in their industry Your new role You will be working in a small team delivering Pricing analysis utilising your present pricing experience and keen understanding of supply chain processes. You will have excellent communication skills and be keen to liaise with internal stakeholders. You will be experienced in working on large excel data sets and supporting the costing and pricing process. What you'll need to succeed You will need to have pricing analysis experience or financial analysis and have worked previously in a supply chain orientated environment. You will have a good understanding of Pricing and working with large data sets on excel. You will be proactive, upbeat and keen to work in a supporting team based in the office. Ideally, you will be an Accounting or Economics graduate or have completed a highly numbers based course or possibly be studying your ICAEW exams. You will be able to reach the Coulsdon area, reliably and be keen to be in the office every day. What you'll get in return You will be working for a market leader, developing your career on a fast track basis for the right person. You will be eligible for a great benefits package including great pension contributions, holiday allowance and flexible benefits, plus free parking. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Must be a recent Graduate. The Finance Graduate Scheme is a two-year development programme. Day to day, your placement will provide you with the opportunity to learn about multiple aspects of finance and accounting. The role supports two finance business lines: Retail consumer finance, and the funding of motor dealerships. Responsible for the preparation and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts ensuring that they are complete, accurate and valid. Assisting the month end reporting process: posting journal vouchers, reconciliation and analyses of data, etc Processing purchase invoices & processing supplier payment runs Processing employee expense claims Processing of credit card transactions and reconciliation of associated credit card statements Ensures that all internal control procedures are adhered to with specific reference to approval of invoices and associated authorisation limits Ensuring effective and efficient vendor query management and resolution Participate with wider FP&A team to align pricing inputs with the financial results / reporting. To review, manage and track campaign/incentive payments to dealerships. To assist in the review and approval of Pricing Proposals submitted by the Sales Team for dealer packages, taking into account commercial priorities and profitability targets To maintain & update the correct pricing conditions of dealer core packages & national promotional campaigns for Retail and Contract Hire products for dealers and brokers in the POS applications. To prepare a monthly presentation summarising business results for the Pricing & Commercial Committee & present this to senior management. Reporting of the monthly commercial results and analysis of company profitability, as well as tracking business performance against Budgets / Forecasts. To assist Senior Pricing Analyst and FP&A manager with the preparation of the annual budget as well as the commercial Marketing Plan. Over time, will need to gain wider knowledge across the Finance team and should be able to provide cover on specific tasks across the Finance department. Ad hoc duties as required